A section of the M6 northbound is closed following a lorry crash near Wolverhampton, causing significant traffic disruptions this morning. The incident occurred at approximately 07:45 GMT on Saturday, March 29, 2025, when a lorry collided with the central reservation barrier, leading to the closure of the motorway from Junction 10 to Junction 10A of the M54.
According to National Highways, the crash resulted in extensive damage, including the tearing down of a lamppost from the central reservation and a substantial oil spillage on the roadway. Emergency services, including police, firefighters, and paramedics, swiftly arrived at the scene to manage the situation and ensure public safety.
Traffic monitoring group West Midlands Roads reported that the lorry had jack-knifed, leaving debris scattered across the carriageway. A statement on social media from National Highways West Midlands confirmed, "M6 northbound closed J10, Wolverhampton, to J10A, M54, following a single vehicle collision involving a lorry." The group also warned of congestion approaching the closure, advising drivers to expect additional traffic on the A454 Black Country Route as vehicles diverted around the incident.
Long delays have been reported, extending from Junction 10 A454 Black Country Route (Wolverhampton/Walsall) to Junction 10A M54, with traffic congestion reaching as far back as Junction 8 of the M6 (Rayhall and M5 Interchange). Inrix, a traffic analytics company, indicated that there were delays of up to 20 minutes on the M6 north approaching Junction 10.
As part of the response, a recovery team has been deployed to the scene, and emergency repairs are underway. National Highways stated, "Emergency repairs continue on the M6 northbound which remains closed between J10 to J11. Lane 4 (of 4) also remains closed southbound for the safety of road users and our crews."
Drivers are being advised to take alternative routes. The recommended diversion from Junction 10 involves using the A454 towards Wolverhampton, then the A4150 Wolverhampton Ring Road, followed by the A449 Stafford Road to Junction 2 of the M54, and finally the A5 Watling Street to Junction 12 of the M6.
As of 10:00 AM, National Highways announced that rearward relief had been stopped and traffic was being released slowly past the scene. They urged drivers to exercise caution while navigating the area and to follow the instructions of traffic officers and West Midlands Police.
Local authorities are monitoring the situation closely and have warned that traffic delays could persist for several hours as cleanup and repair efforts continue. The West Midlands Fire Service confirmed that they have completed their operations at the site, but police and paramedics remain on standby in case further assistance is needed.
In summary, the M6 northbound remains closed due to a serious lorry crash that has caused extensive damage and traffic delays. Authorities are actively working to clear the scene and restore normal traffic flow, but motorists are advised to prepare for significant delays and consider alternative routes.
